The National Association of Small and Medium Enterprises (NASME) has initiated a collaborative effort with the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) to enhance the growth of the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector in Nigeria. Dr. Abdulrashid Yerima, President and Chairman of Council NASME, expressed the organization’s interest in strategic partnership with NiDCOM during a courtesy visit to NiDCOM’s office in Abuja.
Dr. Yerima acknowledged NiDCOM’s commendable efforts, particularly those of Chairman/CEO Abike Dabiri-Erewa, in various initiatives aimed at fulfilling the commission’s mandate. He highlighted NASME’s role as a crucial business membership organization providing a platform for interaction and concerted efforts on issues essential for MSME advancement in Nigeria and the Diaspora.
The collaborative efforts between NASME and NiDCOM aim to facilitate smoother processes for Nigerians in the Diaspora to invest in diverse sectors within Nigeria. The partnership reflects NASME’s commitment to creating avenues for Diasporans to contribute to the nation’s economic development by encouraging the export of goods and services.
Dr. Sule Yakubu Bassi, representing Chair Abike Dabiri-Erewa, acknowledged the significant contributions of Nigerians in the Diaspora, recognizing them as exemplary ambassadors excelling in various fields in their host countries. He affirmed NiDCOM’s readiness for a strategic collaboration with NASME, emphasizing the importance of joint efforts to harness the potential of the 20 million Nigerians in the Diaspora.
The collaborative endeavors between NASME and NiDCOM are poised to usher in a new era of synergistic efforts, fostering growth, innovation, and increased opportunities for MSMEs in Nigeria and the Diaspora.
